#D0E585 Hex Color
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#d0e585 is a high-key, pastel yellow with a sharp, green undertone. Because it sits on the lighter end of the spectrum, it works best as a primary background or a large-scale accent. Use black text for optimal readability, as the contrast ratio provides excellent clarity. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal or deeper pink tones to ground its youthful energy.
Questions about #d0e585
What is #d0e585 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d0e585 is rgb(208, 229, 133), in HSL hsl(73, 65%, 71%) and in CMYK 9%, 0%, 42%, 10%.
What color combinations work best with #d0e585?
This shade brings a youthful, sharp energy that balances perfectly against deeper, muted tones. It creates a striking, sophisticated visual tension when placed next to charcoal or grounded with earthy, deeper pinks to reduce its high-key intensity.
Is #d0e585 readable on white or black?
#d0e585 has a 1.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.22:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.